Although they're called Finnish Sticks, these almond cookies are beloved in Sweden, where they're one of the most popular snacks for fika, or coffee breaks. Slideshow: More Cookie Recipes
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Baking powder is the secret to the airy texture of these crispy, fluffy fish cakes. Slideshow: More Fast Fish Recipes
This soup, adapted from The Nordic Cookbook, has the rich flavor of creamed spinach but a much lighter texture. Slideshow: More Healthy Soup Recipes
The sweet, tender leeks here are glazed under the broiler with a light Parmesan cream. Slideshow: More Leek Recipes
In the 1980s, spice companies began exporting taco seasoning packets to Sweden. Today, home cooks throughout Sweden use taco spices to flavor savory pies like this one. You can use 1/4 cup of taco seasoning mix instead of the homemade blend here if you prefer. Slideshow: More Savory Pie Recipes
Requiring just 15 minutes of prep, these superthin sweet pickled cucumbers are salted before they're submerged in the pickling brine for maximum flavor. Slideshow: More Pickled Vegetable Recipes
Unlike most shortbread cookies, these are made with whole wheat, which gives them a nice, toasty flavor. Slideshow: More Cookie Recipes
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A coating of butter and sugar makes these tender pretzels especially delicious; they're excellent with tea or coffee. Slideshow: Perfecting Pretzels
Milk-and-cream-soaked breadcrumbs and an egg are the secrets to these supertender meatballs from Swedish star chef Magnus Nilsson. Serve them as he does, with lingonberry jam and mashed potatoes. Slideshow: More Meatball Recipes